Multifamily economist and Chandan Economics’ Founder Sam Chandan visited the Arbor office to give his insights on how the popularity of small apartment buildings and single-family rentals among renters provides opportunities for growth in the small balance and single-family rental loan space. The video follows an informative conversation with Ivan Kaufman, Chairman, President & CEO [...]

Following an enlightening conversation with Ivan Kaufman, Chairman, President & CEO of Arbor Realty Trust, during Arbor’s ongoing webinar and One-on-One video series discussing the state of the multifamily market, Chandan Economics Founder Sam Chandan visited the Arbor office to share his views on the seniors demographics and how changing preferences among aging Baby Boomers [...]

Rent growth, investing in the current cycle and ways to attract millennials are covered in this week’s news highlights. First, MFE uncovers five real estate trends to keep an eye on in 2018. Then, RealPage takes a look at the rise in renewal lease rent growth. A new post from Arbor’s Chatter blog summarizes some [...]

This week’s industry news pieces feature information on millennial living preferences and multifamily performance in secondary metros. First, NMHC states that new construction is heavily skewed toward the high-end of the rent spectrum, except those built under the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit. Then CityLab reports that millennials remain an urban generation. Arbor Chatter explores [...]

This week’s industry news highlights feature information on apartment building trends, blockchain technology and the continued growth of the Dallas market. First, RealPage states that builders are shifting their focus to building in taller, urbanized, infill locations with higher density. Then, Commercial Property Executive discusses the growing interest in blockchain technology and the impact it [...]

This week’s industry news highlights feature information on small balance lending growth as well as the new amenities that are attracting college students. First, MBA reports that small balance multifamily lending could increase 4 to 6 percent this year due to factors like having a superior risk-adjusted performance outlook. Then, Multifamily Executive states that effective [...]

This week’s news pieces feature a mixture of commercial real estate topics including the impact of new supply, luxury apartments and the draw of single-family rentals. First, MBA predicts how the industry will continue to change in the future with insightful contributions from MBA Vice President, Jamie Woodwell. Then, NREI states that while apartment demand [...]

The role of mass transit, rent gains and new development is discussed throughout this week’s collection of industry updates. First, NREI shares that renters are less willing to pay more to live near a subway or rail station since they have a greater selection of transportation options to choose from. Next, Scottsman Guide analyzes the [...]

This week’s industry news highlights are characterized by an increased interest in renting and a decreased interest in homeownership. First, The Washington Post states that mobility, convenience and community factors are driving a greater number of millennials and baby boomers to choose renting as a long-term option. Then, MBA Mortgage reveals that the number of [...]